New Info About Future Dragon Quest Titles

[Peter Paltridge]

Memorial Day is usually light on reportable news, but this day also happens to be “Dragon Quest Day” according to Japan, so some light information regarding future titles in the series was put out there this morning. The elephant in the room regarding Dragon Quest is that the artist who gave it its siguature look, Akira Toriyama, is no longer with us. That, however, doesn’t mean Square Enix is packing it up and shutting the whole series down. Creator Yuji Horii used this year’s Dragon Quest Day to assure everyone the next mainline game is still a going concern. “Thank you so much to everyone for the many congratulations!” he said in a tweet. “There has been some worry about Dragon Quest XII, but I was actually in a meeting until just a bit ago. While I can’t share any details yet, I want it to be something worthy of the posthumous work of the two who passed away. I’ll do my best!” The two? Horii also means Koichi Sugiyama,

 

[Mai]

Dragon Quest without Akira Toriyama's art? It just doesn't feel right. I understand that Square Enix wants to keep the series going, but Toriyama's visuals were so iconic and a big part of the charm. I'm worried that a new artist won't be able to capture the same magic. Still, I'm hopeful that Yuji Horii can deliver a game that's worthy of Toriyama's legacy. Maybe they can hire Toyotaro who is now Dragonball writer.

 

[Myrtle]

This is definitely a bittersweet Dragon Quest Day. It's fantastic to hear Horii-san is still pushing forward with DQXII, but Toriyama's absence leaves a huge hole. While Toyotaro is a talented successor for Dragon Ball Super, Dragon Quest's charm is deeply tied to Toriyama's unique touch. I trust Horii-san's vision, but I'm curious to see how they'll capture that spirit in the new game. DQ3 HD-2D on multiple platforms is a welcome surprise, though! A classic on the go? Sign me up!

 

[Tidy Tidus]

Horii-san's dedication is reassuring. Dragon Quest wouldn't be the same without his leadership. DQXII without Sugiyama's music is a big loss, but hopefully, they'll find a way to honor his legacy in the soundtrack. A multi-platform DQ3 remake is a smart move. It'll introduce the series to a wider audience while giving veterans a fresh take on a beloved classic. Can't wait to see more at Not-E3!

 

[benimaru]

This is a worrying time for Dragon Quest. Toriyama's art style was iconic, and Sugiyama's music was unforgettable. Can they truly capture the magic without them? I'm happy they're not giving up, but innovation needs to respect the series' identity. Hiring Toyotaro for DQXII's art could work, but it wouldn't be the same. The success of DQXII hinges on finding the right balance between nostalgia and fresh ideas.

 

[Yellow Grass Prod.]

Yeah, yeah, DQXII is still happening. But without Toriyama's art and Sugiyama's music, what's the point? They'll probably just slap a generic anime style on it and call it a day. The soundtrack will be some forgettable techno or orchestral fluff. DQ is all about tradition, and Square Enix is just going to milk this franchise for all it's worth until it runs dry.Dragon Quest Day might be bittersweet, but change can be a good thing! Toriyama and Sugiyama were irreplaceable, but new talent can bring fresh energy to the series. DQ3 HD-2D on all platforms is a chance to introduce a new generation to this classic. DQXII might surprise us all! Maybe the new art style and soundtrack will be even better than what we had before. Let's keep an open mind and see what the future holds for Dragon Quest!